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Alternanthera

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Alternanthera
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Fact sheet

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Typeherb or subshrubs

“These are annual or perennial herbs or subshrubs” — Alternanthera - Wikipedia

Days to germination7–14 days

“Days to Germination:7-14 days” — Alternanthera

Germination temperature65–75 °F

“Germination Temperature:65°-75°F” — Alternanthera

Lightfull sun, part shade

“while it is best to grow these plants under bright direct sunlight, they can also be grown in partial shade.” — Alternanthera: Plant Care & Growing Guide

Waterkeep the soil nice and moist, do not allow the soil to dry out altogether

“You’ll need to make a point of keeping the soil your plant is in nice and moist all the way around.” — Alternanthera: Plant Care & Growing Guide

Hardiness zonesUSDA zones 10 and 11

“The Alternanthera plant can be grown as an annual in every single USDA hardiness zone except for 10 and 11.” — Alternanthera: Plant Care & Growing Guide

Spacing12–13 in

“Seed Spacing:6”-8” Plant Spacing:12”” — Alternanthera

Height18–20 in

“Height: 16" to 20"” — Alternanthera

Propagationcuttings

“cuttings ensure the preservation of the parent variety's characteristics” — Alternanthera: Complete Guide to Species, Care, and Ornamental Uses

Start indoors6–8 weeks before last frost

“Start transplants indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost date” — Alternanthera

Transplantafter all danger of frost has passed

“After all danger of frost has passed” — Alternanthera

Edible partsornamental

“Alternanthera are ornamental plants that can be used for a variety of purposes” — Alternanthera: Origin, Varieties, and Growing Tips - Laidback Gardener

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